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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood Unveils Expanded DC Universe exhibit

2018/04/27
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(Burbank, CA. – April 27, 2018) – Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood has unveiled its expanded DC Universe exhibit, showcasing the Justice League’s most celebrated DC Super Heroes. Now open, this brand-new addition is offered exclusively to tour guests and features authentic costumes and props straight from the Justice League film set, bringing fans closer than ever to the characters they love. For the first time, fans are able to unite with their favorite League members through this new exhibit, which joins the tour’s immensely popular Wonder Woman exhibition currently on display.

“DC’s iconic Super Heroes have inspired generations,” said Danny Kahn, Executive Director, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. “We’re excited to give our guests this exclusive new Justice League addition and the opportunity to experience the characters’ origin stories – from their first appearances in priceless collector edition comic books to their latest starring roles on the silver screen. This exhibit gives our fans an in-depth exploration of their world.”

Guests enjoy an up-close-and-personal journey through the world of these beloved DC Super Heroes as they explore authentic props and costumes worn by Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg, The Flash, Batman, and Superman in the Justice League film. The centerpiece of the exhibit showcases each Mother Box, with all three designed specifically to reflect the visual style of the individual race guarding it: the Mother Box of Man is crafted in bronze, copper, and brass to represent ancient mankind; the Atlantean Mother Box features the unique seashell texture and its protector, Mera/Princess of Xebel (Amber Heard); and the Mother Box of Themyscira reflects the ancient culture of the Amazons and is guarded by Hippolyta/Queen of the Amazons (Connie Nielsen).

Within the exhibit, each Super Hero’s display features costumes worn by the Justice League actors and accompanying elements representing their origin stories as depicted in the film: Wonder Woman/Diana Prince (Gal Gadot) holds her God Killer Sword; Aquaman/Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa) stands tall with his Trident of Poseidon; Cyborg/Victor Stone (Ray Fisher) is enveloped by his technologically advanced robotic armor; The Flash/Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) appears in his first Flash suit, designed with more than 200 individual pieces; Batman/Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck) holds court in front of Wayne Manor, clad in his most tactical armored suit; and Superman/Clark Kent (Henry Cavill) rises proudly amongst the rubble from Heroes’ Park Memorial, representing hope. Guests can pose and take pictures with all of the Justice League characters, channeling their inner DC Super Hero.

Honoring the Justice League’s deeply rooted comic book origins, this new exhibit treats guests to an exclusive look at original No. 1 comic book issues for each League character as they come together to protect mankind.

Soviet Dream Machines Event Announced for World of Tanks Console

2018/04/27
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (APRIL 26, 2018) — Award-winning online game developer and publisher Wargaming is thrilled to announce a special month-long Soviet Dream Machines fan-event during May 2018, available exclusively for its free-to-play massively multiplayer armored warfare game World of Tanks on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Xbox 360. Soviet Dream Machines culminates in the return of the mythical Soviet hero tank, the Motherland, a highly-desirable prize that only the most skilled tank commanders will unlock.

The Soviet Dream Machines event marks the return of the Motherland, a legendary Soviet medium tank that serves as a badge of honor for commanders in World of Tanks Console. Originally one of the first hero tanks introduced to the game, the Motherland has attained almost mythical status and remains a highly sought-after prize to this day. Players will need to work hard, but they can unlock the coveted tank by accumulating 1,000 or more points during the Soviet Dream Machines event.

Beginning on May 1st, players will earn points toward the event whenever they place in one of the top five spots on their team during multiplayer battles. These points can then be redeemed against ten tiers of highly valuable rewards. When a reward has been redeemed, the fun doesn’t end – the points will keep racking up, so players can keep on striving for bigger and better prizes as the month goes on!

In addition to the devastating and justifiably feared Motherland hero tank, fans can unlock the T-29, a new premium tank that excels at unleashing hard-hitting, fast-firing punishment at close-range. It’s joined by the heavyweight KV-220-2, the nimble yet deadly T-50-2, and the explosive ISU-122S, along with a host of other prizes including Silver, XP Boost Op and Premium time.

A trio of additional Premium Hero vehicles will be released throughout the month of May that can help players earn bonus points towards the Soviet Dream Machines event. From May 1st, the devastatingly powerful Guardian STG joins the game, alongside a new hero direct from the pages of Dark Horse Comics: Kraft’s Pz. IV. This Dark Horse Hero comes to the game ahead of the release of World of Tanks: Citadel, a new comic book series from renowned writer Garth Ennis (Preacher, The Punisher) launching on May 9, 2018. A third tank will be announced and added later in the month.

During May, World of Tanks Console is extending the Soviet-themed celebrations past Soviet Dream Machines to a whole host of events that go hand-in-hand with the special month-long prize event. Players will also have the opportunity to hunt down Soviet tanks to earn double Silver Boosts with the Lock On: Soviet Tanks Op. Turning the tables, the Soviet Predators Op allows players to seek and destroy with Soviet vehicles, where taking out 500 enemy tanks will earn them a shiny new Soviet Patriot Medal. Both of these events will run from May 1 to 27 and offer extra incentive to rack up points for Soviet Dream Machines.

Just to put everyone on equal footing, Soviet tech tree vehicles will be available with up to a 50% discount from May 1-9, so there’s no excuse not to join the carnage! Sweetening the experience, players may note that the battle landscape is about to change on May 1st, with the Nomonhan map as new battleground in the map rotation; it is based on the Soviet-Japanese battle of Khalkin Gol, that dramatically changed the course of World War II for the Japanese and served as teaser for what a talented yet relatively unknown Soviet tank officer named Georgy Zhukov was capable of.

For more details about Soviet Dream Machines, visit:
https://console.worldoftanks.com/news/game-events/dream-on

For more details about World of Tanks: Citadel, visit:
https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3002-052/World-of-Tanks-Citadel-1

Star Wars Resistance Animated Series Announced

2018/04/26
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April 26, 2018 – This fall, welcome to the Resistance! StarWars.com is thrilled to announce that production has begun on Star Wars Resistance, an exciting new animated adventure series about Kazuda Xiono, a young pilot recruited by the Resistance and tasked with a top-secret mission to spy on the growing threat of the First Order. It will premiere this fall on Disney Channel in the U.S. and thereafter, on Disney XD and around the world.

Featuring the high-flying adventure that audiences of all ages have come to expect from Star Wars, Star Wars Resistance — set in the time prior to Star Wars: The Force Awakens — will feature the beloved droid BB-8 alongside ace pilots, colorful new characters and appearances by fan favorites including Poe Dameron and Captain Phasma, voiced by actors Oscar Isaac and Gwendoline Christie, respectively.

The series was created by renowned Lucasfilm Animation veteran Dave Filoni (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels); executive-produced by Athena Portillo (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels), Justin Ridge (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels) and Brandon Auman (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles); and art-directed by Amy Beth Christenson (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels).

“The idea for Star Wars Resistance came out of my interest in World War II aircraft and fighter pilots” said Filoni. “My grandfather was a pilot and my uncle flew and restored planes, so that’s been a big influence on me. There’s a long history of high-speed racing in Star Wars, and I think we’ve captured that sense of excitement in an anime-inspired style, which is something the entire team has been wanting to do for a long time.”

Marc Buhaj, senior vice president, Programming and general manager, Disney XD, said, “Our colleagues at Lucasfilm have created a compelling narrative for an untold moment in the Star Wars galaxy, and we are excited to partner with them again on this new original series. Star Wars Resistance will bring viewers across generations an engaging story with heart, humor and both new and familiar characters.”

In addition to Isaac and Christie, the voice cast includes actors Christopher Sean (Days of Our Lives), Suzie McGrath (East Enders), Scott Lawrence (Legion), Myrna Velasco (Elena of Avalor), Josh Brener (Silicon Valley), Donald Faison (Scrubs), Bobby Moynihan (DuckTales), Jim Rash (Community), and Rachel Butera (Tammy’s Tiny Tea Time).

Follow @StarWars for the latest on #StarWarsResistance and check out StarWars.com for more exciting news on the series.

String Player Gamer Releases REBIRTH

2018/04/26
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LOS ANGELES – April 26, 2018 – String Player Gamer is pleased to present REBIRTH, a massive 32-track collection of arrangements for violin and guitar covering fan-favorite pieces from videogames and film. REBIRTH features everything from Super Mario Odyssey and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild to RPG favorites such as Final Fantasy XV, Chrono Cross, Dark Souls, and Pokémon. There are also tracks from the Mega Man series, Street Fighter II, Metal Gear Solid, and from film and television with Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and Wonder Woman. The entire collection is fully licensed and available now:
“REBIRTH is a culmination of my passion for videogames and videogame music,” comments String Player Gamer. “It’s a collection of some of the best VGM from classic and modern games arranged in diverse styles including rock, metal, jazz, swing, reggae, ska, bossa nova, and orchestral among others. It also features several guest artists including vocalists, drummers and even an accordion player. This album is for anyone who loves videogames and music of all genres.”
Listeners will get a kick out of the reggae spin on Tetris, the ska version of Kirby, the smooth jazz rendition of Sonic the Hedgehog, the swingin’ jazz arrangement of “Jump Up, Super Star” from Super Mario Odyssey, the heavy metal violin take on Pokémon Sun & Moon, and the ambient orchestral performance of Pokémon Red & Blue. Check out all 32 tracks on the REBIRTH official website:

MXGP Pro Release Date Trailer

2018/04/26
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Milan, Italy – April 25, 2018 – Milestone is proud to announce MXGP PRO will be available for PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC®/STEAM on July 10 in the Americas.

MXGP PRO is a brand-new game, designed to satisfy even the most passionate fans who want to live the Motocross experience. Based on community feedback, the title has been revamped using a new method called the “mechanical approach” to deliver a more realistic feel. Players will be able to customize nearly every aspect of their bike, based on real values and metrics.

The crucial knowledge gained from previous titles in the MXGPfranchise has led to this new experience, which enhances racing by refining gameplay. This is what PRO is supposed to mean, a videogame with a new soul and it will feature:

  • A new Bike Set-Up system, which enables players to customize nearly every aspect of their bike, based on real values and metrics;
  • A unique physics approach, which grants the player limitless movements with a reworked system of grips, collisions, and in air behaviors;
  • Even more realistic rider movements, integrated with the bike and affected by the bike’s impact on different terrains.

To make the game experience even more authentic, Milestone signed an exclusive partnership with Tim Gajser, Tony Cairoli, and Gautier Paulin. Thanks to their feedback, MXGP Pro is going to feature a new level of realism. Tim Gajser explained how to have fun whipping, scrubbing, and passing through whoops sections. Tony Cairoli provided his feedback on Start & Braking Precision, including how to take advantage of the Starting Grid and time your brakes. Finally, Gautier Paulin explained how to control the ruts and take corners at top speeds.

“This year we have been able to completely redefine the physics and the entire gameplay experience of MXGP,” said Luca Simonotti, Lead Designer at Milestone. “We started from the analysis of suspension, we compared the pressure with fork extensions as well as single shock-absorbers using the same values of official MXGP athletes’ bikes; the same process has been done with the ECU mapping. Moreover, thanks to the exclusive partnership with official MXGP riders Tim Gajser, Tony Cairoli, and Gautier Paulin we have been able to receive qualitative feedbacks on areas of improvements towards the whole development process. It has been a unique experience for us to be on track with them and we are proud of the results achieved.”

After securing the most powerful bike aligned with their riding style, all players will have access to a never-before seen tool that will help them conquer any circuit in any weather condition. This is why The Compound in MXGP Pro becomes an essential practice area. From flat terrains to the most challenging ones, The Compound is a free space to train and develop your driving skills.

MXGP Pro will be for PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC®/STEAM on July 10 in the Americas.

Nickelodeon Bringing Back Double Dare

2018/04/25
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BURBANK, Calif.–April 25, 2018–Nickelodeon is bringing back the original kids’ game show Double Dare this summer with 40 brand-new episodes, giving a new generation of fans the chance to compete in the messiest and most physically challenging competition of their lives.  With Double Dare remaining an iconic touchstone for its original millennial audiences, the new version will feature the gameplay and challenges they remember, as well as appearances from blasts from the past and stars from today.

Double Dare features two teams competing to win prizes by answering brain-bending trivia questions, completing messy, physical stunts and ultimately facing the infamous obstacle course–the human hamster wheel; the classic gigantic mouth; the wringer; and the iconic Double Dare nose.

Double Dare premiered on Oct. 6, 1986, on Nickelodeon, and ran from 1986-1993, making it the network’s longest running game show. Shortly after its debut, Double Dare became one of the most popular original daily programs on cable television. The series went into syndication in 1988, and was later revamped as Super Sloppy Double Dare in 1989.  The show also ran on broadcast television as Family Double Dare in 1988, followed by new versions on Nick, including Double Dare 2000.

2018 International Tabletop Day Trailer

2018/04/25
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April 27, 2018 — International Tabletop Day (ITTD), the worldwide celebration of tabletop gaming and its community orchestrated by Geek & Sundry, will take place on Saturday, April 28, 2018. The first and only holiday of its kind dedicated to board games, ITTD is a global celebration that brings together hundreds of thousands of gamers around the world- both in person and through live broadcast.

Gamers will participate at their friendly local game stores, their own hosted community events, as well as with thousands of their peers online by watching Geek & Sundry¹s marathon live stream, which starts at 9am PT on April 28, 2018 at twitch.tv/geekandsundry.

For more information on International Tabletop Day, please visit geekandsundry.com.

PC Building Simulator Sells Over 100K Copies in First Month

2018/04/25
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LONDON – April 25, 2018 – UK-based independent game publisher The Irregular Corporation announced today that its virtual PC building title, PC Building Simulator, has sold more than 100,000 copies in its first month on Steam Early Access.

The demo, originally created by Claudiu Kiss, enjoyed viral success in 2017 and was the 3rd most downloaded free Itchi.io title that that year. Launched last month as a fully-fledged simulator the title enjoyed critical praise from the global tech and games community for its attention to detail, realism and sheer fun factor.

Stuart Morton, producer at The Irregular Corporation said,, “The overwhelming support we have had from the PC gaming and building community has been nothing short of phenomenal and we are extremely grateful to all the players who have been so passionately providing feedback, this is the whole reason we wanted to launch into Early Access. There are plenty of new and exciting things to come for PC Building Simulator and we can’t wait to share them with our ever-expanding community.”

The Irregular Corporation is continuously working to update the title with new hardware and software partners and enhancements as it rounds the bases to its 1.0 launch, scheduled for later this year.

In PC Building Simulator, players can create their own PC empire in career mode. From simple diagnosis and repairs to bespoke, boutique creations that any gamer would love to have, the sky’s the limit. With an ever-expanding marketplace full of real-world and realistically priced components you can finally stop dreaming of that ultimate PC and get out there, construct it in Free Build mode and see how it performs.

Hardware manufacturers such as MSI, CORSAIR, COOLER MASTER, EVGA, NZXT, ARCTIC, SILVERSTONE, RAIJINTEK, TEAM GROUP LTD and more have allowed true-to-life models of their products to be included. More partners will be added throughout the game’s early access period and beyond.  In addition to the hardware partners, PC Building Simulator have also teamed up with UL Benchmarks (formerly Futuremark) so players can benchmark their in-game systems using a simulation of 3DMark.

Fans can purchase PC Building Simulator on Steam for £14.99/$19.99/€19.99. For more information on PC Building Simulator, please visit: http://www.pcbuildingsim.com/. Follow PC Building Simulator on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook for the latest news and updates.

Bryce Dallas Howard and BD Wong Announced for Jurassic World Evolution

2018/04/25
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April 25, 2018 – Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV), in partnership with Universal, today announced Bryce Dallas Howard and BD Wong will reprise their roles as Claire Dearing and Dr. Henry Wu, respectively, in the upcoming video game, Jurassic World Evolution. They join Jeff Goldblum – as Dr. Ian Malcolm – in an all-new story that touches on key characters and events from across the Jurassic film franchise as players attempt to successfully build and run their own Jurassic World.

Bryce Dallas Howard first appeared in the Jurassic film franchise as Claire Dearing, Jurassic World’s operations manager,  in 2015’s Jurassic World™, and will reprise her role as Claire in the upcoming Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom™, hitting theaters June 22, 2018. BD Wong also returns in the new film, following his appearances as Dr. Henry Wu in 1993’s Jurassic Park™ and again in Jurassic World.

Jurassic World Evolution places players in control of operations on the legendary island of Isla Nublar and the surrounding islands of the Muertes Archipelago. Players will build their own Jurassic World as they bioengineer new dinosaur breeds and construct attractions, containment and research facilities. Every choice leads to a different path and spectacular challenges arise when “life finds a way.”

Jurassic World Evolution will launch digital-first June 12, 2018 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. A physical release will be available in stores July 3, 2018.

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Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery Launch Trailer

2018/04/25
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LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2018 – Jam City, a Los Angeles based mobile games studio, announced today that the new mobile game Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is available to download now on the App Store and Google Play. Developed by Jam City in partnership with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is the first mobile game where players create their own character and experience life as a Hogwarts student. The game will launch under Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment’s Portkey Games, a label dedicated to creating new mobile and videogame experiences that place the player at the center of their own adventure, inspired by J.K. Rowling’s original stories.

“There are so few moments where a mobile entertainment company has the chance to truly bring magic into the world and we’ve been thrilled by the amazing response our game has already received from Harry Potter fans everywhere,” said Chris DeWolfe, co-founder and CEO of Jam City. “We at Jam City have been working hard to ensure that any aspiring witch or wizard can enter Hogwarts through their smartphones and tablets and begin their magical journeys.”

The story of Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is set in the 1980s. In the game, players will progress as a student through Hogwarts, joining one of its four houses. Players will be able to create and upgrade personalized characters using an avatar customization system, learn an arsenal of magical skills, and form relationships with other students. They will also be able to master everything from crafting potions under Snape’s critical eye, to Transfiguration with Professor McGonagall. Along with interactive spellcasting, the game features an encounter system where narrative choices impact parts of the story.

“Being involved in the making of the Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery mobile game will give great pleasure to my grandchildren,” said Dame Maggie Smith, voice of Professor McGonagall in the game.

Players will also be introduced to some original game characters like Penny, a popular Hufflepuff potions expert, Tulip, a rebellious Ravenclaw prankster, and Merula, a Slytherin with a dark past. As players unravel the Hogwarts mystery, they will explore familiar locations like Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade.

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is free to play and is available NOW on mobile devices via the App Store and Google Play. For more details on Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, and to connect with other Harry Potter fans, visit www.facebook.com/HPHogwartsMystery/, www.twitter.com/HogwartsMystery, and for more information visit www.HarryPotterHogwartsMystery.com/.